🥣 Hearty Vegan Vegetable Chowder – Creamy & Comforting

This Vegan Vegetable Chowder is creamy, hearty, and packed with wholesome veggies. Made with coconut milk, nutritional yeast, and plenty of spices, this plant-based chowder is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. Pair it with crusty bread or a side salad for a cozy, filling meal the whole family will love.

Why You’ll Love This Vegetable Chowder

• Vegan & Dairy-Free – 100% plant-based without sacrificing creaminess.

• Easy One-Pot Recipe – Simple ingredients and quick prep.

• Nutritious & Satisfying – Packed with vegetables, fiber, and plant-based goodness.

• Customizable – Swap veggies based on what you have on hand.

🌱 Ingredients You’ll Need

• ½ cup carrots, chopped

• ½ cup celery, chopped

• ½ onion, chopped

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon dried parsley

• 2 teaspoons dried minced onion

• 1 teaspoon tarragon

• ½ teaspoon paprika

• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 1 (28-ounce) bag frozen potatoes (such as Potatoes O’Brien)

• 1 (12-ounce) bag frozen mixed vegetables

• 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained and rinsed

• ¼ cup nutritional yeast

• 1 (15-ounce) can lite coconut milk

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sauté the Base

In a large soup pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery in a few Tablespoons of broth for about 3 minutes until softened.

2. Add Spices & Garlic

Stir in black pepper, parsley, minced onion, tarragon, paprika, and garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Build the Broth

Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

4. Add Vegetables

Stir in frozen vegetables, corn, nutritional yeast, and coconut milk. Return to a boil, then reduce heat.

5. Simmer

Let the chowder simmer for at least 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

6. Serve & Garnish

Top with a dollop of homemade pesto if desired. Serve warm with bread or salad.

🍲 Serving Suggestions

• Serve with sourdough or crusty bread for dipping.

• Pair with a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.

• Garnish with extra herbs or vegan cheese shreds.

💡 Pro Tips

• For a thicker chowder, simmer longer to reduce liquid.

• Add more coconut milk for extra creaminess.

• Try swapping in sweet potatoes or cauliflower for variety.